LAST GRIP is a powerful psychological short film, officially released by the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival (DPIFF), that delves deep into the fragile terrain of memory, identity, and mental health. Told with restraint and emotional honesty, the film presents an intimate portrait of a man losing his grasp on reality—one moment at a time.

The story follows John Mathew, a 35-year-old man whose life begins to unravel through subtle yet disturbing signs—forgotten moments, strange sensations, and a growing sense that something is deeply wrong. As these symptoms intensify, John’s world no longer feels stable. Reality becomes fluid, unpredictable, and frighteningly unreliable.

While John battles internally to remain grounded, his friend watches helplessly from the sidelines, bearing witness to a struggle that cannot be easily articulated or stopped. The film poignantly captures how mental illness not only isolates the individual experiencing it, but also those who care deeply for them.

Written and directed by Nidhin Abraham, LAST GRIP avoids melodrama and instead chooses silence, atmosphere, and psychological tension to tell its story. The narrative builds toward a hauntingly quiet climax, where John finally understands the true nature of his condition. The revelation does not bring relief, but a devastating acceptance of his own helplessness—marking the end of resistance and the collapse of certainty.

With its minimalist approach and emotionally charged performances, LAST GRIP offers a rare cinematic experience that invites viewers to reflect on mental health with empathy and seriousness. The film stands as a reminder that some battles are invisible, and some endings arrive not with closure, but with truth.

DPIFF presents LAST GRIP as part of its mission to support films that explore the human condition with depth, courage, and artistic integrity—stories that stay with the audience long after the screen fades to black.

🎞 Film Credits

Title: Last Grip
Producers: Thasmai Sai, Nidhin Abraham
Writer & Director: Nidhin Abraham
DOP & Editor: Anjoe Berlin
Music: Albin
Sound Mix: Berlin Moolampilly

📍 Location: Manchester, United Kingdom